Francois

Mr Francois de Marigny

Clinical Psychologist

“With 35 years of experience, I practise a solutions-focused therapy and cognitive behaviour therapy, grounded in attachment theory.”

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About Me

With 35 years of experience, I guide individuals to understand long-standing patterns and build practical ways forward. My approach blends solutions-focused therapy with cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) to help you develop clear, actionable steps. We'll explore how past experiences shape your present, providing a deep understanding that supports lasting change. This blend is ideal for those seeking both practical tools and insight into their emotional landscape.

Approach

Decades of clinical work shape a practice that pairs clear, short-term goals with careful attention to attachment patterns underlying relationship and sexual difficulties. Sessions in Durban or online, in English or French, are paced to your needs and keep a steady focus on achievable steps. We use concise skill-building, focused assessments and brief behavioural experiments so you can try small changes between meetings and see what shifts. This approach tends to suit people seeking practical, insight-informed progress in relationships and intimacy.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Child Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal assessment of a child's psychological, cognitive, or emotional functioning to identify conditions and guide appropriate support.

  • Medico-Legal

    The intersection of psychology and law, involving psychological assessments and expert reports for legal proceedings such as personal injury, custody, or disability claims.

  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • CBT

    Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.

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  • Schema Therapy

    A therapy that identifies deep, long-standing emotional patterns (schemas) formed in childhood and works to change the ones that cause recurring problems.

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  • Sex Therapy

    Specialised therapy addressing sexual concerns such as low desire, performance anxiety, pain during sex, or mismatched needs between partners.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Individuals
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Sexual Issues

    Difficulties related to sexual functioning, desire, identity, or behaviour that cause distress or interfere with relationships.

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Professional Title:

  • Clinical Psychologist

    An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council of Namibia

Clinical Psychologist

Qualifications

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Service Areas

Morningside

In-person & Online

Morningside

Durban, KwaZulu Natal

South Africa